What does a Cavalryman do? Cavalry’s role from mediaeval times was to rapidly move over long distances in lieu of infantry. This role changed as horse tactics showed that organized troops on horseback could outperform and overcome disorganized foot soldiers. The Heavy Cavalry (Heavy Horse) of the Napoleonic Era was able to overwhelm enemy infantry in cavalry charges with their large horses and armour whereas the Light Cavalry (Light Horse) was used for scouting and skirmishes. During WW1, the st